Catch Ocean Fest this weekend in Surf City this Saturday—an all-day, beachside celebration packed with live music, coastal culture, and good vibes. From morning runs and vintage surf contests to a stacked lineup featuring The Queen’s Giant, Bubba Love, The John Wood Band, and Shwayze, this is one of the best ways to kick off May by the water.

Ocean Fest 2026

SAT MAY 2: 8AM - 9PM @ Roland Ave - SC
After several years of changes, Ocean Fest is going back to its roots as a FREE, all-day, beachside celebration in the heart of downtown Surf City (Roland Ave/N. Shore Dr.). The event will highlight coastal culture through live music, a vintage surf contest, a 5K beach run, eco education, local vendors, food and drinks, and family-friendly experiences—all to benefit Mother Ocean.

• Roland Ave: 10AM–11AM

• The Queens Giant: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM

• Bubba Love: 1PM–2:30 PM

• The John Wood Band: 3PM–4PM

• OCEANIC: 4:30 PM–5:30 PM

• SHWAYZE: 6PM–7PM

• Signal Fire: 7:30PM+

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